MIAMI (United States) – Over the years, the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup has served as a crucial stage for the rise of many of the continent's top basketball stars. Several players have used the tournament to break out and eventually establish themselves as international standouts. The 2025 edition will feature several young and highly skilled players who could play key roles for their teams. Here are the rising stars to keep an eye on at the FIBA Women’s AmeriCup 2025:
Delaney Gibb – Canada
Born: August 27, 2005 Height: 179 cm / 5'10" Position: Point Guard Gibb is coming off a spectacular season in the NCAA with Brigham Young University. In 28 games, she averaged 33.5 minutes, 17.3 points (39 percent from beyond the arc), 5.5 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.6 steals. She was also named Big 12 Conference Freshman of the Year. Gibb brings scoring, court vision, perimeter shooting, and strong defense—a complete package. She has already represented Canada at the FIBA U17 and U19 Women’s Basketball World Cups and is now ready to make her senior team debut.
Ayla McDowell - Brazil
Born: February 9, 2007 Height: 186 cm / 6'1" Position: Forward She recently committed to the prestigious University of South Carolina, led by acclaimed U.S. head coach Dawn Staley, and this year will begin her freshman season in NCAA Division I. At the high school level with Cypress Springs in Texas, she averaged 19.6 points, 9.2 rebounds, 2.5 steals, and 2.4 assists per game. McDowell ranked 22nd in ESPN’s Class of 2025. She already represented Brazil at the FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup 2024, where she posted averages of 14.8 points and 7.7 rebounds. Due to her young age, her role with Brazil’s senior team in this AmeriCup might be limited, but the experience will be invaluable as she prepares for a bright future in women’s basketball.
Cesarina Capellán – Dominican Republic
Born: July 3, 2003 Height: 178 cm / 5'10" Position: Forward Capellán is turning 22 during the tournament and is already the leader of the Dominican team. During the Centrobasket Women’s Championship in 2024, she guided her squad to a silver medal finish. She averaged 24.4 points (second-best in the tournament), 6.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. Capellán, who plays for Unicaja Málaga in Spain’s women's league, posted averages of 10.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.1 steals in 23 minutes during the 2024–25 season.
Gabriela Jáquez – Mexico
Born: November 19, 2003 Height: 183 cm / 6'0" Position: Forward The younger sister of Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., Gabriela, is a source of inspiration for the Mexican basketball community. She has made a name for herself at UCLA with a series of strong performances. In her most recent NCAA season, she averaged 9.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 26.3 minutes across 36 games. She represented Mexico at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Pre-Qualifying Tournament in 2024, where she stood out with 21.8 points and 7.8 rebounds. Her presence in the tournament significantly boosts Mexico’s chances.
Trinity San Antonio – Puerto Rico
Born: October 28, 2003 Height: 174 cm / 5'9" Position: Point Guard San Antonio has gradually solidified her place in Puerto Rico’s national team. She made her debut at the 2022 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, where she averaged 9 points and left a strong impression. She also played in the 2023 AmeriCup with a more limited role. Her best overall showing came at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where she averaged 7.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.0 assists. Few players her age have competed in all three of basketball’s top-tier international tournaments. In the most recent NCAA season, she had her best year yet, averaging 15.4 points, 5.3 assists, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.7 steals for Grand Canyon State University.
Madison Booker – United States
Born: April 29, 2005 Height: 183 cm / 6'0" Position: Forward Booker is just one of the standouts on the USA roster, filled with promising NCAA talent. She was named to the AP All-America Team after an excellent season at the University of Texas, where she averaged 16.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.8 assists. Booker also brings international experience at the youth level, having played at the 2021 U16 Women’s AmeriCup (6.4 points and 6.4 rebounds), the 2022 U17 World Cup (5.6 PPG and 4.0 RPG), and the 2023 U19 World Cup (7.2 PPG and 5.0 RPG).
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